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5 Euros Campanula Saxatalis
2021 year| Billon (.333 silver) | 17 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Greece |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Hellenic Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2021 |
| Value | 5 Euros 5 EUR = USD 5.49 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Billon (.333 silver) |
| Weight | 17 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#312700 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
A colored bellflower.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΕΝΔΗΜΙΚΑ ΦΥΤΑ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΑΣ
CAMPANULA SAXATALIS
2021
Translation:
ENDEMIC FLORA OF GREECE
CAMPANULA SAXATALIS
2021
Engraver: Maria Andonatou
Edge
Plain
Comment
Campanula saxatilis subsp. saxatilis is an endemicplant of Crete, found mainly in coastal areas of
the western part of the island. It is a perennial
herbaceous plant that grows in crevices and fissures
of rocks and gorges and, occasionally, on the walls of
ruined castles and monasteries, at altitudes of up to
400 m. from sea level. It flowers from April to early
June. It is listed in The Red Data Book of Rare and
Threatened Plants of Greece as Vulnerable (VU), due to
its small total population and the limited area occupied
by its subpopulations. On the islands of Kythira and
Antikythira occurs another subspecies, Campanula
saxatilis subsp. cytherea, which differs by its larger
and broader tubular flowers. The distribution of the
species indicates a close phytogeographical relationship
between Crete and these two islands.
Interesting fact
The Campanula Saxatalis, featured on the 5 Euro non-circulating coin from Greece, is a rare and endangered plant species found only in Greece and Turkey. It is known for its bell-shaped flowers and is considered a symbol of protection and good luck in Greek culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Euros (Campanula Saxatalis) 2021 coin.
